Multi-function meter, Transmitting, 4 operating basics – Kenwood TS-480SAT User Manual
Page 28: Selecting transmission power, Peak hold readings cannot be deactivated
4 OPERATING BASICS
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MULTI-FUNCTION METER
The multi-function meter measures the parameters in
the table below. The S-meter scale appears when
the transceiver is in reception mode, and the PWR
meter appears when it is in transmission mode.
Each time you press [MTR/ CLR], it cycles between
the ALC, SWR, and COMP meters. Peak readings
for the S-meter, ALC, SWR, COMP, and PWR
functions are held momentarily.
NAR
1 REC
2 REC
5 RF.G
0 OFF
8
3 REC
9
4
7
TX MONI
6 DELAY
HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480
CLR
STEP
SG.SEL
CW.T
F.LOCK
M/V
SPLIT
M VFO
M.IN
TF-SET
MULTI
IF
SHIFT
AF
SQL
PF
AT
CH1
CH2
CH3
PWR
MIC
KEY
VOX
PROC
AGC
ENT
A / B
A=B
MODE
MHz
QMI
QMR
MENU
MTR
NB/T
ANT 1/2
FINE
SCAN
DNL
BC
NR
FIL
RIT
XIT
CL
ATT/PRE
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The COMP meter functions only when the Speech Processor is
ON for SSB, FM, or AM mode.
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Peak Hold readings cannot be deactivated.
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The S-meter responds differently in FM mode, compared to other
modes. This is not a malfunction.
TRANSMITTING
For voice communications, press and hold Mic [PTT],
then speak into the microphone in your normal tone
of voice. When you finish speaking, release Mic
[PTT] to receive.
To transmit CW, press [VOX/ 8] to switch the Break-in
function ON. “VOX” appears. Close the key or keyer
paddle. Connect a key or keyer paddle {pages 7, 15},
then select CW using [MODE] {page 19}.
NAR
1 REC
2 REC
5 RF.G
0 OFF
8
3 REC
9
4
7
TX MONI
6 DELAY
HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480
CLR
STEP
SG.SEL
CW.T
F.LOCK
M/V
SPLIT
M VFO
M.IN
TF-SET
MULTI
IF
SHIFT
AF
SQL
PF
AT
CH1
CH2
CH3
PWR
MIC
KEY
VOX
PROC
AGC
ENT
A / B
A=B
MODE
MHz
QMI
QMR
MENU
MTR
NB/T
ANT 1/2
FINE
SCAN
DNL
BC
NR
FIL
RIT
XIT
CL
ATT/PRE
For a detailed explanation on transmitting, refer to
“BASIC COMMUNICATIONS”, beginning on page 27.
SELECTING TRANSMISSION POWER
It is wise to select a lower transmission power if
communication is still reliable. This lowers the risk of
interfering with others on the band. When operating
from battery power, selecting a lower transmission
power allows you more operating time before
recharging is necessary. This transceiver allows you
to change the transmission power even while
transmitting.
1 Press [PWR/ 4/ TX MONI].
•
The current transmission power appears.
NAR
1 REC
2 REC
5 RF.G
0 OFF
8
3 REC
9
4
7
TX MONI
6 DELAY
HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480
CLR
STEP
SG.SEL
CW.T
F.LOCK
M/V
SPLIT
M VFO
M.IN
TF-SET
MULTI
IF
SHIFT
AF
SQL
PF
AT
CH1
CH2
CH3
PWR
MIC
KEY
VOX
PROC
AGC
ENT
A / B
A=B
MODE
MHz
QMI
QMR
MENU
MTR
NB/T
ANT 1/2
FINE
SCAN
DNL
BC
NR
FIL
RIT
XIT
CL
ATT/PRE
4
2 Turn the MULTI control counterclockwise to
reduce the power or clockwise to increase the
power.
NAR
1 REC
2 REC
5 RF.G
0 OFF
8
3 REC
9
4
7
TX MONI
6 DELAY
HF/50MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER TS-480
CLR
STEP
SG.SEL
CW.T
F.LOCK
M/V
SPLIT
M VFO
M.IN
TF-SET
MULTI
IF
SHIFT
AF
SQL
PF
AT
CH1
CH2
CH3
PWR
MIC
KEY
VOX
PROC
AGC
ENT
A / B
A=B
MODE
MHz
QMI
QMR
MENU
MTR
NB/T
ANT 1/2
FINE
SCAN
DNL
BC
NR
FIL
RIT
XIT
CL
ATT/PRE
•
The selectable range differs, depending on the
transceiver model, the current band, and the
mode.
3 Press [PWR/ 4/ TX MONI] to complete the setting.
Note:
You may access Menu No. 21, and select “on” to change the
step size from 5 W to 1 W {page 65}.